The topic of Aboriginal use and perception of plants is vast and therefore far too large for full treatment of all regions in a single volume. Nevertheless, 'Aboriginal People and Their Plants' offers an overview to assist readers appreciate the depth of indigenous ecological knowledge about the environment. There are four main sections of the book. Part 1 gives insights into Aboriginal culture through looking at the roles of plants in language, ritual and religion. Part 2 demonstrates how Aboriginal people were actively involved in managing their environment. Part 3 focuses upon the importance of particular species of plant to make food, drink, medicine, narcotics and tools. Part 4 looks at the future of Aboriginal plant use studies, particularly with respect to the changing Australian landscape.
